HWBK and Nestlé reaffirm ties

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Thursday, 08th February 2018 at 2:35pm

History Will Be Kind (HWBK) stays on as the PR provider for the confectionery portfolio of international food conglomerate Nestlé.

The renewed partnership was secured in the wake of Nestlé’s recent campaigns that HWBK aided in. One of these successful projects was therevival of the Allen’s Green Frog after three years’ absence, which also introduced two new flavours as the Frog Family. As a result, HWBK’s work will focus on attracting interest towards the classic brands in Nestlé’s product line such as KitKat, with close collaboration from Nestlé officials.

“KitKat and Allen’s are two of our most exciting confectionery brands, both steeped in tradition but with bold expectations for the future alongside the innovative Allen’s Lollysmiths and KitKat Chocolatory brands. After a fantastic end to 2017, we’re delighted to welcome HWBK on board for the coming year,” said Nestlé head of marketing for confectionery Anna Stewart.

“KitKat and Allen’s are household names that have stirred consumer emotion for years. Our job is to continue the legacy through brand storytelling and innovation,” added HWBK managing partner Emma-Jane Granleese.

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